Gardening, an art

Warmer thoughts...

"Gardening, is the slowest of the performing arts" ...author C. Colston Burrell

And so it is, a dance of infinitesimal steps with a patient partner who won't be rushed.

A garden makes us all artists.

Enjoy your own personal fame and fortune in the soil!

Why go local?

Here are six reasons to shop at an independently, locally owned and operated garden center

1 High-quality plants. Our shop is your source for the best plants for your area. We grow them locally, they aren't shipped in from some far away nursery with different climate-growing requirements. More exciting -because we grow them, we do not need to charge tax on our plants. What better way to save money?

2 Gardening expertise. Rob, our grower has a degree in horticulture and soil science. Then there is the rest of us with many years of experience in the garden center, with plants and connections with local experts. We all have soil in our souls - proof of our love and knowledge for our plants!

3 Personal service. Dedicated staff helps you find what you need and can offer "how-to" advice. From highly informed owners to seasoned employees hired to efficiently make your visit productive, quick and pleasant.

4 Passion to match yours. Rob and Wendy, owners of Pinecone Perennials have had green thumbs all of their lives, inherited from prior generations, so starting their business around their passion was the perfect way to promote gardening. They share their enthusiasm with the rest of the staff and finally with all of you!

5 Creative ideas.We at Pinecone Perennials offer inspiration. Looking for landscape ideas, indoor displays, holiday decorations? We can help make you decisions easier.

6 Opportunity to support local business. Shopping at our independently owned garden center fosters a greater sense of community and gives the local economy a boost.

POINSETTIA SALE!

TWO FOR ONE

BUY ONE AND GIVE ONE - MAKE SOMEONE SMILE!

Reminder: We will be closing for the holidays on Wed., Dec. 23rd at 5pm and will re-open on Mon., Jan. 4th at 9am

Merry Christmas everyone and a healthy, happy New Year!

They say there may be some snow...

quick get some milk,

get some bread,

and certainly get some poinsettias!

Garden News

Garden News

The JC Raulston Arboretum hosts an annual "A Walk in the Winter Garden" program in February each year. Enjoy a winter garden-themed presentation and tours and see what the garden has to offer. Visit their website at: www.ncsu.edu/jcraulstonarboretum for details.

Special Sale on Christmas decorations

All Christmas decorations in our gift shop 30% off!

There are unique ornaments, santas, lighted gift boxes, battery - operated candles, wreaths, garden ornaments, and more.

Add something new and different to your Christmas decor this year, or pick
up a last minute gift and save!

Holly and Ivy Tour

HANGING OF THE GREENS AND THE POINSETTIAS...













The table was set, the decorations and flowers in place, the lights were dimmed, all we needed was some quiet Christmas music. It was a perfect holiday setting... We at Pinecone Perennials were asked to decorate one of the homes on the Holly and Ivy Tour and this home was none other than Mr. Andy D'Angelis on Middle St. His home is a gorgeous condo on the second floor above the Bank of the Arts. Beautiful hardwood floors, huge, wonderful windows and original metal ceilings made it easy to design and decorate for the holiday. It was fun to use some of our artistic talents and are looking forward to participating next year.

And the winners of the November photo challenge are...

And the winners of the "Fine Gardening" magazine November photo challenge are...


Congratulations Jennifer!
Click on the above link to read about our staff member, Jennifer Jacksits getting a beautiful photo of her backyard published in "Fine Gardening" What great inspiration to the rest of us!

Poinsettias: Not Deadly After All

Poinsettias: Not Deadly After All

We often hear concerns about having poinsettias in the home especially if children and pets are present. Please refer to this well written article (click on above title) offering the best of explanations, and then enjoy this beautiful flower of the Christmas season, we have plenty in every color and size!

Merry Christmas to All!

bulbs

love pansies

paperwhites gloves

poinsettias amaryllis

orchids norfolk pines ivy

nandinas ceramic pots roses

rosemary azaleas hollies gardenias

ferns cheer camellias pineapple guava

arborvitae juniper birch trees gingo trees

stars A very Merry Christmas to all burning bush

wreaths kissing balls mistletoe elves merry eggnog

snow compassion fireplace candy canes swags violas

crab pot trees snowmen snapdragons garland glitter

family"The Glade"arboretum fish pond gift shop children

cyclamen fraser fir trees

bows cones

herbs

Rudy

"An Enchanted Woodland"

This is just a preview of what is to come. A way to entice you and to tempt you. These pictures are just a hint of what our "Flower Show" for 2010 will hold.

I will return again to give you more exciting information...

Keep the date - Saturday, January 30, 2010

Orchids - Living Gifts!

Living, elegant gifts that bloom for months and last for years!

We have just received a new shipment of beautiful orchids in many varieties. Choose one of the gems by themselves or allow us to combine an orchid with ivy to spill over the container, ferns to add frilly texture and possibly cyclamen or poinsettias to add even more color.

You can bet the recipient of this gift will remember it for a long time!

Core Sound Crab Pot Trees

One of the hottest items around!

A Core Sound tree is a unique creation made from green coated crab trap mesh. The trees come in 1.5', 2', 3', 4' and 6' tall.

To use outdoors, we recommend anchoring the trees with several anchor wires (included) in case of wind. For interior use, they Can be placed on the floor, on a low table or even opened half way and hung on the wall.

The trees are pre-strung with lights and fold flat for storage. Just unfold and secure sides together with twist ties - your tree is ready to decorate!

Use on your lawn, your boat, front porch or in your garden. I takes only minutes to assemble and start enjoying!

Camellias in your landscape

Did you know you can mingle your camellias in your landscape for a stunning effect all year long?

Use the glossy foliage as a backdrop during the non-blooming months for other shrubs and flowers. This presents a continuously changing image all year long.

Helpful that they are evergreen and deer-resistant, camellias are not only beautiful when they are in bloom but they are exceptionally lovely garden companions when they are not in bloom!

Stop in to see our selections...

The elves are busy making handmade wreaths so fresh some of the greens have been harvested from our own nursery!

The mixed wreath is very textural and made from white pine, boxwood, cedar, douglas fir and noble fir. The rich, green color combined with it's fullness makes this wreath a lovely focal point for your front door.


The boxwood wreath is classic and robust. A very traditional holiday wreath is simple to decorate and beautiful enough to shine with just a pretty bow.

Contact us for prices and sizes.

The freshest trees in town!

Our Fraser Fir Christmas trees have just arrived! They were just cut days ago and are without a doubt the freshest, prettiest trees we have ever had. Come pick one out soon, we will give it a fresh cut, you place in water and it will stay fresh until you are ready to decorate and add presents!
Bring your tree stand and we'll attach it for you. We also deliver!

Get Potted!

We have just added a new service that I believe will be very helpful to a lot of you garden lovers out there. We will now offer a potting service where we could come to your home and design, plant and maintain your containers .

These pots could be ones that you already own, or new purchases from us. We could change out the varieties of plants seasonally so your container landscape would always be fresh and up-to-date. Call or email us for pricing details. PineconePerennials@gmail.com

A Colorful Christmas

Come the first week in December our greenhouse will be transformed into a sea of red and white, pink and burgundy.

There are 15 varieties of poinsettias this year in many sizes and colors.

We are taking orders for the poinsettias and our handmade wreaths now.

Stop in to see the exciting display with all the vibrant colors of Christmas!